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Roxi Bahar Hewertson is CEO of Highland Consulting Group, Inc., an entrepreneur, and a former adjunct faculty member at Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations.

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“Roxi’s remarkable collection of interactive exercises and fresh insights will both excite and challenge today’s leaders! This we know – emotional intelligence is fundamental to success as a leader. Lead Like it Matters takes this principle and shows you how to develop that intelligence step-by-step; it will forever change the way you lead!”— Marshall Goldsmith, top ranked executive coach and author of the New York Times and global bestsellers, “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” and “MOJO”

“Budgets and time for professional development are scarce. From practical self-assessment to delivering creative ‘ah-ha’ moments about leadership, Roxi offers us a journey through self exploration and skill building that will help managers truly thrive. It is a self-paced, high-level accessible training in vital leadership skills; my staff and I will use Roxi’s book to embark together on this learning adventure!”— Maureen Kelly, CFLE, ACSE Vice President for Programming & Communications, Planned Parenthood of the Southern Finger Lakes

“Just when you think there is little new to say about leadership, Roxi Hewertson has created this ground breaking work. I’ve never seen anything like it. The conceptual framework is powerful, practical and personal. It introduces an innovative, step-by-step, developmental approach providing the reader not just insightful understanding about how to lead, but a sequence of exercises applying each new concept. It reflects a lifetime of learning by doing. For those who follow its counsel, Lead Like It Matters is transformative.”— Richard McDaniel, Chairman, Collegiate Retail Alliance, Inc., Author, “Measure What Matters”

“Roxi gets it! If you want a compendium of current thought about leadership, Lead Like It Matters is it. Roxi has a keen grasp of where modern leadership is, and she has created a readable roadmap for those who want to take the trip.”— Rodney Napier, PhD, Principle, The Napier Group, Author, “Groups: Theory and Experience”

“Lead Like It Matters is NOT a book that you will read through and put on your shelf. It is a playbook that you will consistently refer to on your leadership journey. You will come to understand your strengths and opportunities as a leader – and most importantly have a clear path to make improvements in your own performance. The chapters are designed so that you can easily find the skill sets and exercises you want to revisit. Roxi has created dozens of engaging exercises and real-life stories to help you navigate the messy world of leading people and teams.”— Deborah Howard, CEO and Andréa Catizone, President of Senior Living SMART

“Finally a book that delivers on its promise. Roxi provides advice that any leader on any level can benefit from, and more importantly, implement.”— Raoul Davis, CEO Ascendant Group

“Lead Like It Matters…Because It Does offers new and seasoned leaders a very practical road map to effective leadership in today’s fast-paced and complex world.”— Carola Weil, PhD Dean School of Professional & Extended Studies American University

“This book is FULL of leadership insights and practicality. You will enjoy and profit from Roxi’s wisdom and humanity.”— Robert J. Fersh, President and Founder of Convergence Center for Policy Resolution

“An essential tool for achieving individual leadership effectiveness, Lead Like It Matters…Because It Does guides readers on an in-depth exploration of the values and experiences defining them as leaders; revealing how to best leverage one’s unique approach to maximize individual and organizational performance.”— Nathan Ives, President and CEO, StrategyDriven Enterprises

“Roxi’s book provided me with the knowledge and realistic steps that have guided me to real and positive change in my life and career.”— Bridget Rigas, VP for Communications and Development, Boyce Thompson Institute

“Drawing on her vast experience, Roxi’s book provides a clear and compelling guide for personal leadership development—and a continuous journey of discovery and insight.”— Carl Haynes, President Tompkins-Cortland Community College

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A program taken by hundreds of our managers.

Roxi and Highland Consulting Group, Inc. developed and delivered a multi-day leadership program that has been taken by hundreds of our leaders and managers. It was nothing short of life changing for many of our people and our organization! She was enormously talented at developing training that fit our culture like a glove. This is no “me too” consulting firm – Roxi delivers huge value that grows great people!

Bob H.CEO

A uniquely gifted individual.

How do I describe Roxi? The best overall description is likely framed in the words that best translate or choreograph to “transformation.” Roxi Hewertson is a uniquely gifted individual, and more importantly, she is a pivotal change agent in the lives of people (personal and professional). Roxi has an innate and results-oriented competence that can move a person, a relationship, a team, a company, or an entire industry.

Jill T.CEO

An excellent consultant.

Roxi is an excellent consultant who is able to move groups through difficult situations. She uses humor and tact yet she persists in getting the group to solve their problems. Her understanding of teams, leadership, and organizational dynamics allows her to change tactics mid-stream if need be in order to get to the desired end result. She is talented, skillful and fun!

Mary O.VP Human Resources

A born leader!

I’ve had the great pleasure of working with Roxi in several capacities over a few decades, and have known her as both my manager and my client. She is one of the most visionary, determined, focused, and creative people I’ve worked with, a born leader, able to communicate and coax (and coach) the best from audiences as diverse as corporate trustees, labor unions, and store clerks. She’s a gem!

Peggy H.Colleague

A true expert.

Roxi is a true expert in her field. I had the pleasure of being trained by Roxi and working alongside her. Both were great experiences that I learned so much from. Her skills in the areas of leadership development and facilitation are top notch.

Carlo E.Director

My mentor and friend.

As my mentor, teacher, and friend over the past six years, Roxi has continually and passionately displayed her greatest gift – her ability to help leaders and groups get to the heart of any issue and truly see, often for the first time, that change is possible. What this has meant for me and her other clients is that she facilitates and inspires real transformation – the kind of transformation that helps organizations grow their cultures and their leadership in positive ways, so they can enjoy better bottom-line results.

John R.Managing Director

A dynamic facilitator.

Roxi Bahar Hewertson is a dynamic facilitator who helps individuals, groups, and organizations get to the heart of what will lead them to be successful. She is big-picture, intuitive, and has the ability to frame a situation, yet skilled at making sense of detail. By her nature she invites those with whom she works to bring their best to the table enabling them and the group to develop, progress, and make progress towards a better future state. She excels at sensing conflict and is highly skilled in dealing with it and getting to the heart of a matter in a way that people feel heard and hear others. I have facilitated with Roxi and been facilitated by Roxi earlier in my career. Your time and resources will be well spent.

Kathy B.Director

Inspiring in her vision.

I have both worked for and with Roxi for over 11 years. As a boss I have never had a better one, nor do I expect to. She was encouraging and inspiring in vision, clear yet compassionate, expecting the best from her direct reports and usually getting it with appreciation. More recently, I have first hand experience with her fun yet productive approach at Highland Consulting Group, Inc. And I know very many of her clients, all of whom speak highly of her. When they want someone who will tell them the stark truth, yet also guide them to practical solutions, they call Roxi. Every one of them, when they are struggling with a leadership issue, thinks of Roxi. And if they don’t call her that very instant, they at least start to travel down the “what would Roxi tell me?” path.

Chris H.Senior Director

A brilliant facilitator.

Roxi is a brilliant facilitator of strategic meetings for the college bookstore industry. Roxi’s planning – which includes a drive to fully understand the industry and its challenges – leads to one to two day high-level strategic brain-storms of structure, reason, and creativity. These sessions produce high yielding outcomes beyond the days of the sessions and into the months and years that follow.

Todd S.Business Executive

I can’t imagine a better investment.

I can’t imagine a better investment in our organization- in staff people as individuals, as a team, and in the culture of our organization. Every moment of our staff retreat was valuable time spent under the coaching and care of Roxi Bahar Hewertson. All of the exercises were relevant and meaningful. The experience with Roxi has had a lasting impact for all of us, in change, in our perspectives, and in our practices. I HIGHLY recommend this investment as it has paid off for us many times over!

Leading well is intentional; it rarely happens by accident. It is an art AND it is a science. Roxi aims to change the current paradigm of mediocre leadership that abounds with cutting edge leadership discussions, "feet on the street" practical advice, proven top shelf leadership development courses and impactful executive coaching.